flag of Antigua and Barbuda
Also known as Antigua and Barbuda flag
national flag of Antigua and Barbuda
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The flag of Antigua and Barbuda is the national symbol of the Caribbean island nation, adopted when it gained independence in 1981. It features a distinctive design with a rising sun, horizontal stripes, and a V-shaped band that represents the nation's unity, optimism, and maritime heritage.
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- Image
- Flag of Antigua and Barbuda.svg
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- Commons category
- Flags of Antigua and Barbuda
- inception
- 1967-02-27
- Unicode character
- 🇦🇬
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Antigua and Barbuda flag on a pleasure craft The national flag of Antigua and Barbuda was adopted on 27 February 1967 to mark the achievement of self-government. A competition to design the flag was held in which more than 600 local people entered. The winning design was put forth by nationally well-known artist and sculptor Sir Reginald Samuel.
Design and symbolism